Man who moved Oilers to Tennessee remembered fondly

Bud Adams, the longtime owner of the Houston Oilers turned Tennessee Titans, died on Monday. Titans players — past and present — have already started to speak in honor of the owner who brought the team from Houston to Tennessee.

Just heard about Bud Adams passing. Sad day for his family, organization & the NFL. Such a big part of what made the NFL what it is today.

Just days ago, Adams was lamenting the death of Bum Phillips, the coach he hired in the 1970s who gave the Oilers must of their identity during the “Luv Ya Blue” Era.

“Growing up in Texas and working his way up through the Texas football ranks, he was a natural match for our team,” Adams said in a statement. “Those were such magical years, and his leadership and personality helped our team rise to the top. He became an iconic figure on our sideline.”